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KEP 940X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Green Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,817 mi
Last recorded66,817 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2008
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEP 940X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2008 66,817 miles

ALL TYRES SLIGHT SIDE WALL CRACKING.

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jan 2008 66,817 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2006 66,573 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 61,563 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 61,250 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Chevette?

Based on 7,438 MOT tests across 1,234 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
501
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 705
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 286
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 219
Steering rack gaiter split 194
Headlamp aim too high 168
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KEP 940X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Green with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 49,509 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Chevette fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 705 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KEP 940X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Chevette typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KEP 940X?

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What year was KEP 940X registered?

KEP 940X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 5 October 1981.

Is KEP 940X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEP 940X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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